Timeline
15:55
Start the climb up Phnom Bok. This is the highest hill in the area, so expect a tiring hike up the stairs. If a guard is on duty, they may be able to show you around the temple ruins.
16:55
Explore the top. Look for the old howitzers from the civil war and the temple ruins similar to those at Phnom Krom and Phnom Bakong. Admission is free.
17:55
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts about 30 minutes before, giving you time to settle in.
18:40
Begin the descent. Check the route back down carefully as it gets dark.
Local tip
Don't forget to check out the old howitzers from the civil war while you are up there.
Check before you go
- Admission is free, no pass is needed.
- The hike up the stairs is tiring, so wear appropriate footwear.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Siem Reap (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).